IRISH WATER SPANIEL
History - There is some controversy about the origins of the Irish water spaniel. Some claim that 7th or 8th century skeletal remains found in Ireland are those of Irish water spaniels. Regardless of its history, the breed is certainly well suited to retrieving from the icy winter waters.
Temperament - Irish water spaniels can be good family dogs if socialized with people and other animals at an early age, though some attach themselves to just one person. While these dogs can be clownish around their families, some are aloof or unsociable with strangers and can be quite intimidating and protective of their property. They can also be aggressive with other dogs and do better with gentle children over five years of age. Consistent leadership and obedience training are necessary, as these dogs can be assertive, stubborn, and independent. Irish water spaniels love to have a task, such as retrieving objects from the water.
Upkeep - Needs to be brushed every 2 to three days and clipped every three months. This dog needs long vigorous walks on a daily basis.
Size - height 21-24 inches, weight 45-65 pounds.
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USA
Madcap
Betty Wathne
8345 Neck Road
Williamsport, Maryland
USA 21795
301-223-5797
e-mail: Irishwatne@aol.com
Merry Irish Water Spaniels
Joan Hanawalt
31639 Grand Traverse
Westland, Michigan
USA 48186-4715
734-721-7843 or 313-721-7843
e-mail: MerryIWS@aol.com
Castlehill
Susan Tapp
434 Webster Ave
Westwood, New Jersey 07675
USA
(201) 358-1689
Liebran
Kent and Karen Shaver
Valencia, Pennsylvania 16059-2707
USA
e-mail: liebran@fyi.net
Widdershins
Diane Barron
3029 Tolers Ferry Road
Huddleston, Virginia
USA 24104
540-297-6661
e-mail: boggydog@webtv.net
NEW ZEALAND
Maria Ormond
78 Mc Loughlin Dv
Te Puke
New Zealand 3071
e-mail: JDMUB@xtra.co.nz
EUROPE
Aquatikus
Susame Harfstreöm
Syrenv 3
17674 Jarfalla
Sweden
tel: 46-8-58351778
e-mail: Erik.fornander@Jarfalla.mail.telia.com
CANADA
Finnibone Kennel
Jacquelyne Fussell
75 Gish St
Red Deer, Alberta
Canada T4P 2N6
(403) 341-4267
Farnadawly
Margot Nielson
5 Ravina Cres
Toronto, Ontario
Canada M4J 3L9
(416) 466-7866
Lindholme Perm. Reg'd
George Tabner
8860 Glendon Dr
Mount Brydges, Ontario
Canada N0L 1W0
(519) 264-2996
De l'Alto
Wayne Dickson
1520 Ch Petite France
Noyan, Québec
Canada J0J 1B0
450-294-2477
Geraldine McGovern
11 Brandy Rd
Foster, Québec
Canada J0E 1R0
450-243-0521
